Program: Bushfire recovery

South-eastern Glossy Black-Cockatoo Bushfire Recovery

South-eastern Glossy Black-Cockatoos had around 38% of their range impacted by the 2019–20 Black Summer bushfires. This project supports the post-bushfire recovery of the species in East Gippsland by protecting their short-term food supplies and increasing their long-term food security.

The 2019–20 Black Summer bushfires burnt large tracts of the trees that South-eastern Glossy Black-Cockatoos need to survive, such as the she-oaks they feed in. By restoring their habitat, we can help these birds survive for generations to come.


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How to Plant Black-Cockatoo Friendly Gardens

Habitat clearance and degradation are major threats to black-cockatoos in south-western Australia, with development rapidly reducing their remaining habitat around Perth. You can help black-cockatoos by planting native plants in your garden, or when replanting your local reserve.

Southwest Black-Cockatoo Recovery

BirdLife Australia has been working on black-cockatoo recovery actions since 2001. In Western Australia, we are working with local communities, landholders and land managers to secure the protection and conservation of the three species of black-cockatoos across the South West.